The Love of His Life

Light Yagami, an intelligent young man with chestnut hair and expressive brown eyes sat at his desk, studying for his upcoming exam. He needed to get a high score if he planned on attending his dream university. Of course, he had no doubts he would get in.

After studying for a few hours, he noted that he had time to spare before heading off to cram school. Light opened his desk drawer, pulling out the Death Note. He tucked it safely into his bag, bringing it in case of an emergency. He grabbed some money, thinking he'd buy some tea and potato chips, pulled on his jacket, and headed out the door.

Upon arrival at the cafe, he stood in the short line, and ordered his beverage and snack. He thanked the man at the counter, and walked over to his usual table near that wall of plants. That was when he saw him; a beautiful man with long, raven hair and gorgeous slate-grey eyes. Underneath his eyes were dark circles. It seemed to Light that he didn't get much sleep.

The man crouched on his chair, sipping tea, holding the mug in an odd fashion. Light thought about going over and starting a conversation with him, but thought it would be rather forward. Much to Light's surprise, the stranger got up and approached him. "Mind if I sit?" he asked, his voice a bit monotonous. "Not at all." Light replied, and the man pulled the empty chair out, crouching once again. "I'm Light." he said, holding his hand out for the crouching man to shake. "Ryuga. Hideki Ryuga. Pleasure to make your acquaintance." Rig told Light, graciously returning the handshake.

Ryuga leaned in close, and Light could feel his breath on his ear. "Would you be interested in continuing this conversation in a more private environment? Perhaps my home will suffice." Ryuga whispered. Light felt a fluttering sensation in the pit of his stomach. He had only just met Ryuga; was he seriously considering going to his house?

Before Light knew it, he and Ryuga were out the door, on the way to his house. The two walked in uncomfortable silence for a few minutes, when Ryuga turned to Light. "You're rather quiet, Light. is something the matter?" Ryuga inquired. "Um, no, I'm fine. Let's just continue on our way." Light replied, and Ryuga shrugged.

The two continued their trek, walking in synchronization. Once they got to Ryuga's house, he opened the front door, and ushered Light inside. Light awkwardly crossed the threshold, Ryuga following suit, shutting the front door after him. "Would you like something to eat? Strawberry cake, crackers, chocolates?" Ryuga asked, looking in a cupboard.

"Oh, no thank you. I'm good." Light responded. "Very well then. You don't mind it if I eat in front of you? Others find it quite rude." Rig said. "Oh, I don't mind." Light told him. Hideki prepared himself a mug of tea with four sugar cubes, as well as cut himself a slice of strawberry cake. "Are you sure you won't have any, Light?" Hideki asked once more, raising an eyebrow at the teen. "Thank you, but I'm alright." Light said with a small wave of his hand.

Light sat on the couch, and Hideki joined him, crouching as usual. He took a bite of his cake, followed immediately by a sip of tea. "Ahh, refreshing." he muttered. His eyes suddenly met Light's, who couldn't help but wonder this man's deal. "So, Ryuga, why do you...you know, sit that way?" Light inquired. "It helps to improve brain function." Ryuga responded simply. The two sat silently for a moment, thinking.

"You know, my real name isn't Hideki Ryuga. It's L. L Lawliet." L told him. Light's eyes widened. This was L? He was sitting in the living room of the man heading the Kira investigation. Light kept a straight face, hoping he would not be suspected. "Really? That sounds like an interesting job." Light replied. "Would you mind if I did something drastic?" L asked. Light, confused, furrowed his eyebrows.

Suddenly, L kissed him passionately on the lips. Light's eyes widened, but then closed, as he leaned into the sweet, tender kiss. His hands intertwined with L's, a wave of passion washed over them, electricity in the air. L pulled away, and looked into Light's eyes. "Would you like to continue somewhere more appropriate?" L asked. Light, enchanted by L, nodded slowly. The two stood, and L guided him gently to his bedroom.

L and Light lay in L's bed, covers draped gently over them. Light's head was placed delicately on L's chest, and L's arms were wrapped protectively around Light's upper torso. "That was great." Light breathed, chest rising and lowering. "Sh sh sh, don't talk. Let's just enjoy being in each other's arms." L replied, kissing Light's forehead gently.

Light looked at his watch, and saw that it was nearly time for cram school. "I'm going to be late for cram school! I gotta go." he panicked, sitting up faster than the speed of light. He rushed to put on his clothes, yanking the garments on roughly. "There's no need to panic, Light. You'll make it to your classes." L reassured him. He got up and got dressed as well, his hair untidy as always.

"Light." L said, causing Light to face him. "Yes?" Light asked. L walked up to him, putting his hands o his cheeks. L pressed his lips onto Light's, and he pulled Light into his arms, running his fingers through the teen's hair. "I love you." Light said, resting his head on L's shoulder, letting him hold him.

After Light stopped panicking, he pulled away from L. "I'll see you again soon, I hope." L told him. Light smiled, and nodded. He grabbed his bag, and headed out. On his way to cram school, Light thought of the amazing time he'd had with L. This could most definitely turn into a strong, beautiful relationship.

Storm clouds rolled in over Light's happy thoughts. What if L found out he was Kira? Would he still love him? Would he hate him, wanting to arrest him so that the murders would end? He couldn't risk that.

He needed to keep the Death Note a secret from L at all costs.